Hurdland 50s bands

If sock hops and doo-wop have you ready to hand jive, a 50s Band could be the perfect choice for your next event: birthday parties, weddings, anniversary parties, and more. GigMasters will help you find the best bands in the Hurdland, MO area.

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*Featuring the biggest song list in the Upper Midwest
*Playing hits from multiple genres, including: Rock, Oldies, Pop, and Country
*Customized set lists for your event
*Guaranteed to keep people on the dance floor all night long
Mud Dogs FAQ:
Q: How much do the Mud Dogs charge per night?
A: Exact pricing depends on the date, location, timing, and setup requirements--Please fill out our "request a free quote" for more information.
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MultiPhonic: High Energy Horns & Harmonies, Because Life is a Celebration! Packing dance floors since 2005.
We play swing to current dance music, so there's something for everyone at your event. We can also provide classic jazz during cocktail hour and/or dinner.
Multiphonic, a six piece variety band, has the widest variety of music available of any live act in the Midwest. We specialize in making wedding receptions and corporate events memorable. We feature both male and female lead...(more)

Arvell is a singer, percussionist, recording artist and entertainer. He has been involved in the music industry for over 28 years and has had the privilege of working with many talented musicians and singers. This has enabled him to fine-tune his craft of musical entertainment to a very high caliber. He has opened for B. B. King, Fabian, Gladys Knight, Redd Foxx, The Bacon Brothers, The Marshall Tucker Band, The O. J.'s, Whitman Mayo, Phyllis Diller, Bobby Rydel, Kool & the Gang, Della Reese,...(more)

Joe Mancuso is an Award Winning Vocalist and Recording Artist. He can sing in all vocal styles, but primarily performs as a Jazz, Blues & Pop singer. He is the first call in St. Louis for many fans that are looking for a top notch presentation of jazz standards performed by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Tony Bennett and the like. He is NOT an imitator or impersonator; Mancuso has a deep love for this music and brings a fresh, contemporary approach to the genre, while respecting...(more)

Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble, Brian Setzer, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington... The ShinSings Orchestra covers all these artists and MORE!!! Featuring the vocal talents of Steve Shininger, this 13-piece "little big band" will have your guests dancing on the floor and keep them there all night long! His Sinatra vocal stylings are second to none - your guests will be spellbound reminiscing about the "The Chairman of the Board" and his Vegas heydays!
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We are a very experienced, band--guitar, keyboard, bass, drums-- for your event or venue. We've lived the music we play. All of us are singers and musicians who perform a wide variety of oldies, classic rock, blues, country, some big band, folk music, polkas and cute songs for all ages from the 50s through 80's and some select songs before 1950 and beyond the 80s up to the current era.
St. Louis Joe sounds like Elvis and Roy Orbison, Matt sounds like Mick Jagger, Van Morrison, Tom Petty...(more)

Fanfare with Kittie Moller play a variety of styles of music with a great deal of, well...Fanfare! Fanfare is a four piece group that features the lead vocalist Kittie Moller whose vocals will capture and enthrall you. They have appeared all over the country at the top clubs, hotels, conventions, fairs, festivals and concerts. Some of their past clients included General Motors, Monsanto The St. Louis Ram's and even an USO tour to Africa. Kittie has had two number 1 Independent Chart hits...(more)

The Screamin' End - Roots Rock, Rockabilly and Blues band. 4-8 piece band based in Chicago. We can add one or more horns for special events. Recorded at Sun Studio in Memphis, TN, Krazy Eddie and The Screamin' End came back to their sweet home Chicago to bring YOU that Juke Joint sound! From the roots of rock, to rockabilly, swing and jumpin' blues, you'll tap your feet and clap your hands - then jump up to dance! Come to a show and see what you've been missing. Well ........
Performing...(more)

With our exclusive musician network and market reach, we provide a roster of talented DJs and instrumental artists for events nationwide. Our robust partnerships allow us to pool talent from record labels, radio stations, booking agents and other exclusive avenues. No matter the venue, location, budget, or time frame, we will secure talented musicians so you can focus on making your event a success. We also provide all performance equipment necessary including Stages, A/V, DJ equipment, or...(more)

ONE OF AMERICA'S 15 BEST WEDDING BANDS! (The Feast Wedding Special)
Chicago's Best Modern Event Band!
Specializing in today's hits and reinvented classics, the Empty Pockets offer a fun, dynamic musical experience sure to keep your event rocking all night long. Plus, we'll help you through every detail of the party planning process AND tailor our show to reflect your personal style.
Why Hire Us?
We're professional, we love what we do, and it shows. The Empty Pockets have...(more)

The Special 20's are Chicago based blues and swing band, specializing in Chicago Blues, Jazz, West Coast Swing and 50's Rock n' Roll!!!! They put on a great show that will have your crowd dancing. They play music that will appeal to anyone, old, young, music lovers, blues traditionalists, professionals and even hipsters. What ever your occasion, The Special 20s can put on the perfect show that your guests are sure to enjoy. They are a professional touring band that does private events on...(more)

Brass Menagerie is a ten-piece stage band from Minneapolis/St. Paul. We feature a sizzling horn section with great vocals and generations of memorable music - everything from the hot swing beats of the 40's & 50's, to the early years of rock & roll, plus a large assortment of tunes from the 70's, 80's & 90's thru today.
We also feature great band tributes such as the Beatles, Chicago & the legendary Motown Sound - even some great Sinatra/Tom Jones type show-tunes. Our audiences always...(more)

We are excited to report that our first full year on GigMasters, we were awarded their Most Booked Jazz Orchestra honor for all of the U.S.A. and Canada! We perform music from the Great American Songbook with various ensembles ranging from a pianist/keyboard artist only, to the classic 17 piece Big Band. Our featured vocalist is the Nation's Longest Running, Top Rated, Most Booked Frank Sinatra Tribute Artist, Matt Snow, AKA "The Cincinnati Sinatra."
Matt's been performing on television,...(more)

Leave the worrying to us. We work closely with you for the event YOU want, drawing upon our extensive experience giving you the options you want and the type of attention you deserve. YOUR DAY YOUR WAY.
We feature saxophone, bass, drums, vocals, 2 guitars and keyboard, but we can configure from 4-7 pieces depending on your budget. Got a theme? Great! With Whoz Playing?, you get seasoned musicians, each with over 35 years of playing experience.
Add our live JAZZ COMBO for your...(more)

*Upscale features the nephew of local legend Al Sofia of the Al Sofia Band as well as jingle singer for Jim Gaynor Music. Jim Gaynor's music can be found on History Channel, A&E, Whether Channel, Delta Airlines and a handful of movies. The Drummer of Upscale studied under Rusty Jones (Isham Jones' great nephew who played on a Chet Baker Album. All members have studied at prestigious schools of music as well but most importantly just love to have a great time.
Upscale Is a high quality...(more)

This is the real deal. This is a 3214 big band. This was the format that dominated the regional band scene through out the 30's, 40's and 50's. We have recaptured the scores, the instrumentation and feeling of the great era of the big band. This makes for an affordable alternative to other bands yet preserves the style and flair that was the Tuxedo Junction is a collection of top musicians that performs the best of the world of Jazz.
We are rated as the second top Big Band in our region...(more)

Create a memorable social or corporate event with experienced professional entertainers who cater to every musical detail. Enjoy the remarkable voices of our Six Lead Singers and Ten piece band.
This group consists of 6 to 16 musicians (Male & Female in Tuxes / Gowns) performs every week at Weddings, Special Events, Fundraisers, Corporate & Private Events throughout the Midwest, and is in high demand on the entertainment scene, performing for numerous events throughout the United States....(more)

"The perfect wedding singer" --World-class, award-winning Tim Patrick and His Blue Eyes Band...Winner of the Gigmasters Rising Star Award for Best Jazz Singer in North America (beating out 5500 singers). Look no further if you desire a world-class Sinatra-style singer and swing band for your event. Tim Patrick sings songs by all the old crooners: Sinatra, Bennett, Darin, Martin, Cole, and many others, including Michael Buble and many originals written by Tim. Tim Patrick has performed in...(more)

Elegance & Decorum, that's the New York Philharmonic. Polkas, Waltzes, Chicken Dance, Cute Gals, Men with Knobby Knees in Short Pants, that's The Oom-Pahsters! Polkas, Waltzes, Jazz, Country. Rock, this is a Polka and Variety Band which will liven up any event with their fun loving spirit, great music and vocals, costumes, and family friendly comedy. A 4 or 5-piece entertaining Polka and Variety Band with instrumentation of Piano/Keyboard Bass, Clarinet/Sax, Guitar, Drums, and great vocals. ...(more)

We are the group for the cherished events in your life. We love to play Swing, Jazz, Dixieland, Ragtime, Jump, Jive and Wail!
We are the top rated band in our category on GigMasters in the Tri State area!
We also have special music and dance packages. Prohibition Era - Boardwalk Empire Jazz, Great Gatsby Event, Roaring 20's Gangster / Flapper blow out. A 1930 Paul Whiteman / Fred Astaire - Ginger Rogers Gala. Imagine a 1940's Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Glen Miller, Count...(more)

WISCONSIN'S TRUE PARTY BAND!!! The Wise Guys are one of Wisconsin's premiere variety musical acts. We are a four piece band that performs one of the widest varieties of music in the area. Our shows are filled with hits for all occasions. Performing favorites in genres such as country, rock and roll, classic rock, polkas, waltzes, you name it, The Wise Guys do it. Each member of The Wise Guys has over 20 years performing, ensuring your special event will be a night to remember.
The Wise...(more)

The Red Rock Swing Band is a 17-piece big band located in Woodbury, Minnesota. We have performed at premier locations around the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area, including Grand Casino Mille Lacs, Grand Casino Hinckley, Target Field, and the Wabasha Street Caves Swing Dance Night.
Dances, weddings and private parties are our specialties. We play songs ranging from the early 1940's to songs from the swing dance revival of the current day, including a wide range of selections...(more)

Averaging 300+ performances annually nationwide for corporate events, galas, and receptions of all types, Gold Standards & Jazz Ensembles reaffirms its reputation for professionalism and musical excellence with each engagement! Our ongoing, satisfied clients include Fortune 500 companies like Ford, Motorola, and Berkshire Hathaway as well as renowned country clubs, municipalities, and concert venues who require the finest musical presentation without any hassle or drama!
Gold Standards...(more)

Different Hats Music
We have the styles, sounds, talent and experience to ensure that you and your guests have a memorable musical experience.
Corporate, Social and Wedding Events
Downton Abby, Great Gatsby, Prohibition Era, 40's Glam, Smooth side of the 50's, Mad Men, Down With Love. We can set the mood with the style and the authentic sound of the period. 00's, 10's, 20's, 30's 40's 50' 60's, 70' & 80's plus the rest DJ style if you want!!
Sinatra, Dean Martin, Ella Fitsgerald,...(more)

We play a variety of musical styles ranging from Dixieland, big band swing, Latin, country, to light rock & roll. We can even play light classical music before, during, or after the wedding ceremony. The band can vary in size from two to ten pieces, depending on your budget. We also have a fantastic Sinatra style entertainer available who really connects with the audience; he does Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Louie Prima, Michael Buble, etc. He wanders among...(more)

UPBEAT - FUN – FUNKY – COST EFFECTIVE... A GROOVIN' DANCE-SOUL-TOP 40-ROCK N' ROLL-BAND
Skynny Mynny and the Scrawny Leggs create a reincarnation of the funky, soulful, smooth and groovin' sounds of decades spanning from the 60's to today's Top 40 hits. A power-packed, fun-filled, variety dance band that delivers the BEST in musical entertainment.
Providing energetic music for all age groups by playing the recognizable top hits spanning several generations, and by adding a nice mix of...(more)